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Also known as: CHARITABLE TRUST C/O JEFF JACOBS
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James And Betty Jacobs Fam Charitable Trust is a private trust based in WEST BATH, ME. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Jeff Jacobs. It holds total assets of $3.9M. Annual income is reported at $1.8M. Total assets have grown from $34K in 2011 to $4M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Maine. According to available records, James And Betty Jacobs Fam Charitable Trust has made 192 grants totaling $690K, with a median grant of $3K. The foundation has distributed between $212K and $250K annually from 2020 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $20K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 88 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maine, Connecticut, New York, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$4K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 60 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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James And Betty Jacobs Fam Charitable Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 192 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME, CT, NY.
James And Betty Jacobs Fam Charitable Trust has distributed a total of $690K across 192 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $20K.
Awards will be limited to states, territories, or possessions of the u.s. Any political subdivision of any of the foregoing, or to the u.s. Or the district of columbia. It shall also be limited to charitable purposes which shall include only religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes within the meaning of irc section 501 (c) (3).
James And Betty Jacobs Fam Charitable Trust is headquartered in WEST BATH, ME. While based in ME, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffery A Jacobs | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Thomas M Jacobs | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| John R Jacobs | TRUSTEE | $16K | $0 | $16K |
Total Giving
$332K
Total Assets
$4M
Fair Market Value
$4.4M
Net Worth
$4M
Grants Paid
$250K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$121K
Distribution Amount
$206K
Total: $3.8M
Total Grants
192
Total Giving
$690K
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
88
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army -DONATION | Bangor, ME | $6K | 2023 |
| Tree Of LifeDONATION | Blue Hill, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| American Cancer SocietyDONATION | Ellsworth, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Brunswick Community Education FoundationDONATION | Brunswick, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| St Pauls Apostle ParishDONATION | Bangor, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Red CrossDONATION | Portland, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Habitat For HumanityDONATION | Bangor, ME | $12K | 2023 |
| Sarah'S HouseDONATION | Holden, ME | $11K | 2023 |
| Maine Coastal Heritage TrustDONATION | Topsham, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Jackson LaboratoryDONATION | Bar Harbor, ME | $7K | 2023 |
| Brewer Area Food PantryDONATION | Brewer, ME | $7K | 2023 |
| All Saints SchoolSCHOLARSHIP | Bangor, ME | $6K | 2023 |
| Design Wall HousingDONATION | Hermon, ME | $6K | 2023 |
| University Of Maine HockeyDONATION | Orono, ME | $6K | 2023 |
| Casco Bay HockeyDONATION | Falmouth, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Friends Of SeguinDONATION | Bath, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Bowdoin CollegeDONATION | Brunswick, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Holbrook Island SanctuaryDONATION | Brooksville, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| House In The WoodsDONATION | Lee, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Coastal Care TeamDONATION | Bar Harbor, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Maine Public Broadcasting NetworkDONATION | Lewiston, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Shepherds Godparent HomeDONATION | Bangor, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Honor Flight Of MaineDONATION | Portland, ME | $4K | 2023 |
| New England Steam CorpDONATION | Winterport, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Maine Hospice CouncilDONATION | Augusta, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| United Mid Coast CharitiesDONATION | Camden, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Dirigo Reading ProgramDONATION | Bangor, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Island Community CenterDONATION | Stonington, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Assumption UniversityDONATION | Worcester, MA | $3K | 2023 |
| Thomas CollegeDONATION | Waterville, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodDONATION | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Sandy Hook PromiseDONATION | Newtown, CT | $3K | 2023 |
| St George Community CenterDONATION | Tenants Harbor, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Midcoast Me Community ActionDONATION | Bath, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Maine Maritime MuseumDONATION | Bath, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| The ApprenticeshopDONATION | Rockland, ME | $3K | 2023 |
| Bucksport SeniorsDONATION | Bucksport, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Longview Award - Bucksport High SchoolSCHOLARSHIP | Bucksport, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Midcoast Hunger PreventionDONATION | Brunswick, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| National Digital Equityy CenterDONATION | Wiscasset, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Midcoast Literacy VolunteersDONATION | Bath, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Me Coastal Fisherman'S AssociationDONATION | Port Clyde, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Info Tech ExchangeDONATION | Searsport, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Downeast Chapter Me Audobon SocietyDONATION | Ellsworth, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Brewer High SchoolDONATION | Brewer, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Downeast Rail Heritage Preservation TrustDONATION | Bar Harbor, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Hemophelia AllianceDONATION | Hampden, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Opiate Free Island PartnershipDONATION | Deer Isle, ME | $2K | 2023 |
| Northern LightDONATION | Bangor, ME | $1K | 2023 |
| Northport Food PantryDONATION | Lincolnville, ME | $1K | 2023 |